Languages

Foreign Language and English Enhancement Program

The English Enhancement Program is designed to assist foreign professionals in the development of conversational
skills in English. The classes are directed to those professionals who have already
studied the grammatical principles of the English language, yet are still unable to
converse fluently. The emphasis in the classroom is on the following aspects of the
spoken language: correction of pronunciation, intonation, common English speech patterns,
vocabulary building, idiomatic usage. All classes are offered on a noncredit basis.

In addition, a program of English as a Second Language (ESL) is offered for the beginning student, incorporating writing, reading, listening,
and speaking skills. Cultural aspects of American life and grammatical instruction
are integral parts of the curriculum.

Class Structure

Classes are small, with a minimum of five students. Classes are held for 90 minutes
once a week for six weeks. Classes are divided into sections, matching the level of
proficiency of the students. English classes are held in the Bayou Building and are
also available at the worksite.

CEU Credit

Course participants may receive Continuing Education Units (CEU) upon satisfactory
completion of their classes. CEU registration forms may be obtained by calling: 281-283-3033.
There is a $10 charge for CEU certificates.

Registration

Registration for a foreign language may be done by mail, fax, or phone. Fees are payable
in advance for the entire session. Fees are not refundable except to students who
withdraw before the first class meeting, ($30 will be deducted from refund checks),
or a credit will be given for the next session. Students may pay by Mastercard, Visa
or Discover. Parking stickers may be obtained from the University Police for UHCL
parking lot D.

Text Books and Audio Materials

Foreign Languages Offered

Mandarin Chinese offered at all levels from beginner (no previous study) to advanced.
Text: Communicating In Chinese by Cynthia Ning; published by Far Eastern Publications,
Yale University. Available at the UHCL Bookstore.

German offered at all levels from beginner (no previous study) to advanced. Text:
Deutsch Aktiv Neu I, II, by Gerd Neuner, Theo Scherling, Reiner Schmidt and Heinz
Wilms; published by Langenscheidt. Available at the UHCL Bookstore.